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Everyday athletes put the HUAWEI FreeArc to the test at Pretty Huge

Get your chance to experience the FreeArc until May 30, 2025!

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HUAWEI is pushing the pace on fitness and innovation. The tech giant recently partnered with Pretty Huge, one of Metro Manila’s premier sports and training facilities.

Athletes and fitness enthusiasts get to experience the all-new HUAWEI FreeArc in real training environments until May 30, 2025 at Pretty Huge, SM Aura.

Whether you’re into bootcamp-style workouts or deep-stretch yoga, the FreeArc is designed to keep up with every move comfortably, securely, and with crisp sound quality.

This partnership brings together HUAWEI’s smart wearables and Pretty Huge’s high-performance fitness culture, championing holistic wellness through tech that fits seamlessly into your routine.

Built for every movement

The HUAWEI FreeArc immediately stood out to athletes at Pretty Huge for its snug yet breathable open-ear fit, which makes it ideal for high-intensity training.

Featuring a C-Bridge design, a 140° Optimal Triangle structure, and a gravity-balanced build, the FreeArc stayed in place even during explosive drills.

“It just doesn’t move,” said Ebong Sonido, who tested the FreeArc during a workout. “I can jump, run, hang upside down and it’s still there. Plus, it feels so light, I forget I’m wearing it.”

Crafted from skin-friendly, hypoallergenic liquid silicone, the earbuds feature an S-shaped curvature that molds to your ear’s natural contours and a 0.7mm Ni-Ti shape-memory alloy for lasting comfort even during extended training sessions.

Crisp sound, no compromises

For workouts that demand focus and energy, sound quality matters. The FreeArc delivers with its 17x12mm high-sensitivity driver, dual-mic layout, and four-layer noise cancellation.

Users reported strong bass and clear vocals, without drowning out coaches or ambient cues.

“It feels like my playlist was cheering me on,” shared Ralph Combalicer, another Pretty Huge athlete. “I love that I can still hear my coach while staying locked into my own music.”

Thanks to its multi-EQ modes and 4m/s wind-noise resistance, users can tailor the sound to their environment — whether they’re outdoors, on the move, or training with others.

Built to sweat

With IP57 water resistance, the HUAWEI FreeArc is built to handle the realities of sweaty summer workouts, splashes, and humidity. Even at peak intensity, the earbuds continue to perform without a hitch.

“I sweat a lot during training,” Ralph added, “but the FreeArc never skipped a beat.”

Smart features for everyday athletes

The FreeArc is also designed for convenience. With up to 7 hours of playback on a single charge (and up to 28 hours with the case), it easily powers through multiple workouts. A quick 10-minute top-up gives you 3 hours of playback.

Other features include Dual Device Connection for seamless switching between your watch and phone, plus gesture controls that let users manage audio without pulling out their device.

“I don’t even have to touch my phone,” said Ebong. “The controls are that smooth.”

Price, availability

You can test the HUAWEI FreeArc at Pretty Huge, SM Aura until May 30, 2025, and experience the open-ear audio advantage firsthand.

The earbuds are now available at a special price of PhP 4,999 (from PhP 6,999) on Shopee, Lazada, TikTok, and the HUAWEI Online Store.

For a limited time, customers can also enjoy a PhP 300 voucher, plus free gifts such as an umbrella (worth PhP 999) for online purchases or a coffee cup (worth PhP 999) when you buy in-store.

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